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5 Tage Iberotel Costa Mares + 7 Tage Steigenberger Minerva

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Product information

Combined product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Steigenberger Minerva and a beach holiday including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the most favorable available room category. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.

Cruise details

MS Steigenberger Minerva

Route/Ship location

Embarkation: Thursday
Itinerary:.
Day 1:
Embarkation is on Thursdays.
Arrival and embarkation. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 2:
In the morning after breakfast, excursion to Thebes West
to the Temple of Hatshepsut (1,2,3) with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon (1,2,3). Visit to the Valley of the Kings (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Habu Temple (1,2,3).
Then continue sailing to Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board and sailing to Kom Ombo, where you will have free time.
Continue sailing to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4:
In the morning after breakfast, visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Old Aswan Dam (1,2,3).
Then visit the Temple of Philae by motorboat (1,2,3). Lunch on board.
Afternoon felucca ride on the Nile (1,2,3)
Then the opportunity for a camel ride (3) on the way to visit a Nubian village with the desert on one side and the Nile on the other (3).
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5:
Early morning at 3:30 AM, opportunity for an excursion to Abu Simbel by bus (2,3). Breakfast package included.
Lunch on board. Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 6:
Breakfast on board. Afterwards, visit to the Kom Ombo Temple (1,2,3).
Then continue via Edfu and Esna to Luxor.
Overnight and dinner on board.
Day 7:
At 5 AM, excursion by balloon (optional, can be booked on site).
Breakfast, visit to the East Bank, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (1,2,3).
Lunch on board.
Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 8:
Departure

The excursions listed in the itinerary are not included.
There is a German-speaking guide on board for the excursions.
The excursion package in which the excursion is included is always noted behind the excursions in the itinerary (Excursion Package Classic=1; Classic Plus=2; Premium=3)
The excursion packages can be booked as an option. Entrance fees are included in the excursion packages.
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Excursion Package Classic (bookable with introductory offer: KW Service: NILKLASS)
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Valley of the Kings in Luxor
Colossi of Memnon
Temple of Esna
Temple of Kom Ombo
Aswan High Dam
Felucca ride
Temple of Philae
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €305 per person
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Additional excursions in the Excursion Package Classic Plus (bookable with introductory offer: KW Service: NILKLASSP)
Day trip by bus to Abu Simbel.
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €429 per person*******************************************************
Additional excursions in the Excursion Package Premium (bookable with introductory offer: KW Service: NILPREMIUM)
Luxor Museum
Nubian Village in Aswan
->Winter season 2025/2026, Summer season 2026: €482 per person
The Nile cruise ship of the renowned Steigenberger hotel chain has a total of 77 outside cabins spread across various decks. It also features a main restaurant, a 24-hour reception, a lounge bar, a hairdresser (on request), a souvenir shop, and a sun deck with a pool and bar. Beach towels are included on board.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet. Drinks at a charge.

Entertainment

Occasional folklore evenings

Cabins

Middle Deck Cabin

The comfortably furnished cabins, approximately 19 m², feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safe, and minibar (for a fee), as well as a French balcony. Also bookable for single occupancy (KME).

Hotel room with small balcony and harbor view, decorated in warm tones.

Hotel notice

Booking note: Please note that for an outward or return flight to/from Hurghada or Marsa Alam, at least one overnight stay in a hotel is required before or after the Nile cruise.
No overnight stay is necessary for an outward and/or return flight to/from Luxor.
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The transfer time from Hurghada or Marsa Alam is 4-5 hours depending on the hotel's location.
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Due to seasonal low water levels of the Nile or due to congestion or maintenance of the Esna locks, changes to the itinerary may occur. In very rare cases, bus transfers or accommodation on a ship of equal value may be required to ensure the itinerary is followed.
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As the ship offered is a motor ship, operating noises may occur.
The ships sometimes dock one behind the other or next to each other, so it may be necessary to cross over other ships.
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It may happen that the ship is not always accessible barrier-free.
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5 Days Iberotel Costa Mares + 7 Days Steigenberger Minerva

Combined product consisting of a Nile cruise on the MS Steigenberger Minerva and a beach holiday including all intermediate transfers. Accommodation in the hotel will always be in the most favorable available room category. If the Nile cruise is booked first, the outward flight must be to Luxor. If the hotel is booked first and then the Nile cruise, the return flight must be from Luxor.
Map

Location

Located in the beautiful bay of Marsa Mubarak, the Iberotel Costa Mares hotel is part of the renowned Jaz Hotel Group. The coral reef offshore offers a fascinating underwater world for divers and snorkelers. It is one of the most famous spots for diving with dugongs and turtles.
The nearest town with a beautiful marina and various shopping and entertainment opportunities is approximately 5 km away. The distance to Marsa Alam Airport is only about 8 km.
Endless sandy beach with rows of lounge chairs and umbrellas by the clear blue sea

Facilities

Open bar with cozy seating areas and rustic wooden roof in the evening.
Cozy beach lounge with white cushions, decorative pillows, and candles overlooking the sea.
Open-air restaurant with modern tables and chairs in front of palm trees and hotel building
Cozy dining area with wooden furniture and a view of the evening sky over the water.
The modern hotel complex (from Winter 2025/2026 Adults only from 16 years!) has a total of 208 rooms, spread across the main building and annexes. The stylish hotel is equipped with a modern lobby with reception, a gym, various shops, and a spa area. For culinary delights, there is a buffet restaurant with an outdoor terrace and two à la carte restaurants. The "Anchor" offers Italian specialties, and "Sands" is located on the beach and offers international cuisine (included once a week with a minimum stay of 7 nights - subject to availability - reservation required), as well as several bars.
In the well-maintained outdoor area, there is a swimming pool (heated in winter).
Sun loungers, cushions, and umbrellas are available to guests free of charge at the pool and on the beach. Beach and bath towels are provided fresh daily in your room.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room Bay View

The Superior Double Bay View rooms (SVB) are 29 m² and have a walk-in shower, toilet, hairdryer, TV, air conditioning, coffee and tea maker, safe, telephone, minibar (for a fee), and a balcony.
Also bookable with sea view (DMU) or for single use (V1S/EMU).

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and large window with curtains.

Superior Family Room Garden View

The Superior Family Rooms Garden View (F2S) have the same amenities as the Double Superior rooms (29 m²), but with an additional sofa bed. The rooms are located on the ground floor.

Junior Suite Sea View

The Junior Suites Sea View (J2M) are equipped like the Double Superior rooms, but are larger (120 m²) and have a direct sea view.

Deluxe Family Room Pool or Sea View

The Deluxe Family Rooms Pool or Sea View (FMD) have the same amenities as the Double Superior Bay View rooms, but are larger (approx. 45 m²).
The rooms are located on the ground floor.

Deluxe Family Room Bay View

The Deluxe Family Rooms Bay View (BDV) are approx. 46 m² and consist of 2 rooms with an interconnecting door, with garden or beach view, otherwise with the same amenities as the Double Superior.

Meals

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Breakfast from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, lunch from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and dinner from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (winter) and 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM (summer) in buffet form at the main restaurant. Late risers' breakfast is available from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the beach bar. Various snacks available from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM with ice cream, coffee/tea, and cake. Selected local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight). Imported alcoholic beverages are not included in the All Inclusive package. Once per stay, the à la carte restaurant at the beach restaurant is included per person (subject to availability and prior reservation).
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Appropriate attire is requested during meals.
- Men: long trousers, appropriate footwear, no tank tops/undershirts or shorts
- Women: no hot pants or very short shorts, no crop tops

Sports included

Fitness room, aerobics, yoga, jogging path, table tennis, beach volleyball, darts, boccia, and aqua aerobics.

Sports for a fee

Various water sports can be booked on-site for a fee and upon request.
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Aqua Coraya Water Park (can be booked locally for a fee):
"Aqua Coraya" Aqua Park with over 27 slides for all ages (18 slides for adults). Snacks, soft drinks, and hot beverages are included during the day. The Aqua Park is open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (slides are closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM).

Wellness

Massage treatments can be booked for a fee.

Entertainment

The Iberotel Costa Mares offers daily entertainment with animation, live music in the evenings, and musical shows.

Hotel service

Wi-Fi (with limited speed) is available free of charge in all public areas of the hotel (excluding the beach).
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Laundry service, car rental and limousine service, souvenir shop, room service, ATM, shuttle service to Port Ghalib (each for a fee).

Credit card

MasterCard and Visa

Hotel features

  • Chillout & Relaxation
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Air Conditioning
  • Near the beach
  • Sports and Active Holidaymakers
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fitness
  • Extended hygiene concept

Note

From Winter 25/26, the hotel will be an Adults only hotel! '''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''Check-in: from 2 PM
Check-out: until 12 PM
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Accessible rooms can be booked upon request. (Deluxe Family Room Pool or Sea View/FMD)
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When choosing your hotel and departure airport, please note that especially when combining "Marsa Alam Airport - Hurghada Hotel" and vice versa "Hurghada Airport - Marsa Alam Hotel", considerable distances must be covered and a long transfer time is to be expected. This also applies if this hotel is booked after a Nile cruise.
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The entry visa for all travel services booked with Schauinsland-Reisen is not included in the travel price. Guests have the option to arrange the visa themselves or purchase it from the Schauinsland-Reisen tour guide upon arrival for €30 per person.
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